"If at any time the time and resources related to this development compromises launch of the marketplace, we will delay this option," according to a copy of the recommendation posted on the Colorado exchange website.

Patty Fontneu, the Colorado exchange exe noted that another organization would take care of vetting the plans offered, and that inserting the link should require no "technological lift."

Representatives from Vision Service Plan (VSP) noted this week at a California exchange board meeting that Colorado was moving ahead with formal efforts to add access to vision benefits.